deflection
8 synonyms for deflection, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of deflecting, or an instance of something being deflected.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use deflection
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
deflection off the post
a tactic of deflection
beam deflection
Etymology
From Latin dēflexiō, from dēflectere ("to bend away") — the noun form of "deflect."
Full origin of deflection →Frequently asked questions
What does “deflection” mean?
The word “deflection” means the act of deflecting, or an instance of something being deflected. In plain terms, a change of direction caused by an impact, or a way of dodging responsibility.
How do you pronounce “deflection”?
“Deflection” is pronounced dih-FLEHK-shuhn (/dəˈflɛkʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “deflection” in a sentence?
Here is “deflection” used in a sentence: “A slight deflection off the defender sent the ball into the net.”
What part of speech is “deflection”?
“Deflection” is a noun.
Where does the word “deflection” come from?
The word “deflection” comes from Latin. From Latin dēflexiō, from dēflectere ("to bend away") — the noun form of "deflect.".
Is “deflection” a common word?
“Deflection” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “deflection” have?
“Deflection” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of deflecting, or an instance of something being deflected.
